TurfMutt's Signature Events Return to Equip Expo 2025

The TurfMutt Foundation, dedicated to championing green spaces for both pets and people, announces the return of its signature events at Equip Exposition 2025, the award-winning trade show for the international landscape and outdoor living industry. Attendees can get active for a worthy cause with Mulligan’s 5K Fun Run & Walk (sponsored by Active Dynamics) on Wednesday, October 22, and help rescue dogs find forever homes with the 7th Annual Mulligan’s Mutt Madness on Thursday, October 23.

Special Guest
Brandon McMillan, the celebrated three-time Emmy-winning host of CBS's Lucky Dog and a world-renowned animal trainer, will be visiting with Mutt Madness adopters during the Mutt Madness event. As a proud sponsor of Lucky Dog, the TurfMutt Foundation shares valuable insights from Mulligan the TurfMutt through the show, promoting pet-friendly green spaces.

"We're excited to welcome Brandon to Mutt Madness – an event that showcases the profound appreciation our attendees and adopters have for both green spaces and shelter dogs," says Kris Kiser, President and CEO of the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) and the TurfMutt Foundation. "With our very own rescue dog, Mulligan the TurfMutt, leading the charge, the TurfMutt Foundation truly embodies the transformative power of our parks and yards within our communities."

Mulligan's 5K Fun Run & Walk
At Mulligan’s 5K Fun Run & Walk on Wednesday before the blockbuster show, participants will gather at Slugger Field for snacks and beverages before the event starts at 7 a.m. The 5K route treks by award-winning Waterfront Park, home of The TurfMutt Foundation Great Lawn, before crossing the Ohio River on the Big Four Pedestrian Bridge. The 5K benefits Kentucky Humane Society (KHS), and all registrants receive a long-sleeve running shirt and a commemorative medal. Register here.

Mulligan's Mutt Madness
Mulligan’s Mutt Madness takes place in partnership with KHS on Thursday during Equip from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the South Wing A Lobby at the Kentucky Expo Center. Since it started in 2018, the event has matched nearly 100 rescue dogs – including Mulligan the TurfMutt who was adopted by Kiser at the 2019 Mutt Madness – with new families in the Equip Expo community.

“Mulligan’s Mutt Madness is a highlight for KHS, and we can't thank the TurfMutt Foundation and Equip Exposition enough for their incredible partnership,” says Alisa Gray, President & CEO of KHS. “Their support literally transforms lives, helping us connect so many amazing dogs with their perfect families. We're excited to make more happy matches at Mulligan’s Mutt Madness 2025!”

For those considering adoption, Liz Kozlowski, who adopted her dog Lilah at the very first Mutt Madness in 2018, offers this advice: “Please do not hesitate – adopt! The love the shelter provided Lilah and how well she fits into our family was amazing. I would 110% recommend adopting at Mutt Madness; I’d do it again in a heartbeat.”

Learn More About TurfMutt
Check out the TurfMutt Foundation’s International Backyarding Fact Book to learn more about the power of the green space (like Waterfront Park!) around us. Sign up for Mutt Mail, a monthly e-newsletter with “backyarding” tips and all the news from the TurfMutt Foundation here. You can also watch Mulligan the TurfMutt on Saturday morning’s CBS Lucky Dog and Mission Unstoppable.